David J Wright

Find everything your heart desires in one place at Blackbeard's Family Entertainment Center. Whether you are in the mood for active fun, like paintball or laser tag, or something more relaxing, like miniature golf or batting cages, you will find a world of entertainment at this attraction. Race around the go-kart track, challenge your friends to a game of bumper boats and remember your swimsuit for a trip down the waterslides.

Although you will have to drive about two hours outside of Fresno to reach it, Yosemite National Park is well worth the trip. This national park encompasses 761,268 acres, with spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls and Giant Sequoia groves. The seven square miles of Yosemite Valley are wonderful for camping, hiking, biking and even swimming. This designated wilderness is the perfect outdoor escape from urban life.

Create a unique ceramic piece, perfect for a special gift, home décor or vacation memorabilia. Come by Color Me Mine at River Park, where fun and creativity abound. Pick your pottery piece, plan your own design for it, choose your colors and paint your masterpiece. Ceramics are glazed and fired by professionals, and ready to take home in just a few days!

If you're in the mood for a concert, be sure to check the schedule for the Selland Arena. This arena is part of the Fresno Convention Center and has been bringing entertainment to the area since it was built in 1966. The arena has a seating capacity of 9,300 and has seen more than 10 million patrons throughout the last 40 years. Enjoy popular music, family-friendly shows and sports performances at the Selland Arena.